Michael Jordan's The Steak House N.Y.C.
New York, NY 10017-3804
Phone: (212) 655-2300
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- East 43rd Street
- Directions:
- 4, 5, 6; 7; S at Grand Central.-42nd St.
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, 5pm-11pm, Sat 12pm-11pm, Sun 12pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Michael Jordan's The Steak House N.Y.C. – by Daniel Rosenblatt
The Scene
The steakhouse, designed by architect David Rockwell, whose credits include Nobu, Vong and the Lincoln Center branch of Rosa Mexicano, is a sweeping 7,000-square-foot space on the northwest balcony of Grand Central Terminal. Rockwell's design is the traditionally "masculine" steakhouse model--polished mahogany and leather abound, while a large circular bar up front beckons martini and Manhattan drinkers.
The Food
The fare is typical, showcasing sundry cuts of grilled beef and broiled seafood. A giant porterhouse is available for two and arrives sizzling, tender and with an intensely beefy flavor. A New York strip steak benefits from skillful broiling that chars the exterior, sealing the juices and rendering the center lush and pink. Even filet mignon, which often lacks flavor and texture, is agreeably firm and well-seasoned.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkIn addition to the obligatory $1,400 bottle of Chateau Petrus, the American red-heavy wine list also boasts many quality bottles in the $30 range. The wines by the glass are excellent.
User Reviews for Michael Jordan's The Steak House N.Y.C.
02/21/2009 Posted by rocksolidfoolishness
I went to Jordan’s yesterday (Friday 2/20/09) for lunch with three friends from work. We ordered the burgers. Two ordered them medium, one medium-rare and I requested mine rare. When the burgers finally arrived almost 40 minutes later, one was medium-rare (as ordered) and the other three were all very well done, dry, taking the form of bloated hockey pucks. Regardless, after waiting almost 40 minutes we fell upon the burgers like a pack of hungry wolves, taking the occasional moment to complain to each other about how overcooked and dry the burgers were (except of course the one member of the party who got his medium-rare as ordered). It is amazing how a high end restaurant can get three out of four dishes so wrong. Instead of enjoying a nice Friday lunch that we all looked forward to ending the workweek with, we spent the afternoon nursing stomach aches. Much like Pamela Anderson, a peanut butter brownie, or a shiny Chinese toy, although Jordan’s may appear enticing at first blush, one would be well advised to keep their distance.
05/23/2008 Posted by rslade
This is a must do at least once. Every member of the staff is very helpful and sincerely very friendly. The service is truely outstanding without hovering. Being located over the concourse of GCT is a perfect NYC experience. The food, while predictable is very, very good. Definitely pricey but, hey, what do you expect?
Pros: The service and the surroundings
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